Streets & Roads
Pedestrian, cyclist deaths make up larger share of Philadelphia’s traffic fatalities
As Philadelphia’s crash deaths move closer to pre-pandemic levels, pedestrians and cyclists are making up a growing share of fatalities on city streets.
1 week ago
Pros and cons of the e-mobility boom
E-bikes, e-scooters, and e-motos are all over our streets (and sometimes sidewalks). How are the rules of the road changing accordingly?
Air Date: July 2, 2026 12:00 pm
Listen 51:11The Big Fix: Philadelphia at 2076
What could the city become over the next half-century? How could we redesign the city for the future?
Air Date: June 30, 2026 12:00 pm
Listen 47:40Fairmount neighbors say Philadelphia’s FIFA Fan Festival road closures threatens public safety
Some are excited about hosting the fan fest in their backyard, but others who live closer to the Lemon Hill site say the city has not done enough to ease the heavy traffic.
1 month ago
Listen 6:41Market Street in Old City gets a $16 million glow-up in time for America 250
Pedestrian-focused project includes a new plaza, shorter curb ramps, raised bike lanes, bus bumpouts and trees.
1 month ago
SEPTA board approves budget and bus route changes
In the works for years, the changes are designed to streamline service and will cause some people to make multiple route changes to replace what was once a one-vehicle ride.
2 months ago
Listen 1:05Forklanding Road Bridge in Burlington County is under repair. Here’s what commuters need to know
The 120-year-old, single-lane bridge connecting Cinnaminson and Maple Shade was rated “structurally deficient.”
2 months ago
Ask Governor Meyer | WHYY & DPM | 04/30/2026
Delaware Governor Matt Meyer joins us to tackle issues like the long-awaited Port of Wilmington expansion, rising unemployment, and the rollout of legalized marijuana.
Air Date: April 30, 2026 8:00 pm
Listen 50:15The latest progress on the I-95 CAP project: All lanes of 95 South to close overnight next week
When it’s done, residents will enjoy new park space and easier access to the Delaware River from Old City over top of I-95.
3 months ago
Mayor Parker’s ‘pothole squads’ would be funded by proposed 25-cent delivery tax
E-commerce industry group lobbies against the fee, citing potential impact on workers and disadvantaged residents.
3 months ago
Ask Governor Meyer | WHYY & DPM | 03/26/2026
Delaware Governor Matt Meyer is back to discuss a potential school funding shake up, efforts to reign in soaring healthcare cost, and take questions from Delawareans.
Air Date: March 26, 2026 9:00 pm
Listen 50:30US gas prices join a host of other rising costs faced by American drivers. What's behind this affordability crisis?
Air Date: March 10, 2026 1:00 pm
Listen 51:36Pa. wants to reduce vehicle collisions with animals using wildlife corridors
Across the U.S. between 1 and 2 million large animals are involved in vehicle collisions each year, according to the Federal Highway Administration.
4 months ago
Listen 1:06Wrongly installed Philly speed bumps not up to standards, city controller report finds
The traffic calming measures are not up to code and some are too high, which could increase danger as drivers swerve to avoid them.
5 months ago
Listen 1:03As the temperatures remain below zero, the city of Philadelphia has responded to a spike in water main breaks.
5 months ago
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